Chongqing Blues

Chongqing Blues, originally known in Chinese as 日照重庆 (Rizhao Chongqing), is a 2010 Chinese drama film directed by Wang Xiaoshuai.

Production and Release

The film was written by Yishu Yang and Wang Xiaoshuai, with production handled by Isabelle Glachant, Hsiao-ming Hsu, and Wang Xiaoshuai. It has a runtime of 110 minutes, is spoken in Mandarin, and originates from China. Chongqing Blues had its world premiere on May 13, 2010, competing at the 63rd Cannes Film Festival, before its general theatrical release in September 2010.

Plot

Captain Lin returns from a six-month voyage to learn that his 25-year-old son, Lin Bo, has been shot and killed by police. Having been absent for years, Lin barely knew his son. He travels back to Chongqing to uncover the circumstances of Lin Bo's death in a journey of paternal exploration and confession.

Cast

The principal cast features:

• Xueqi Wang as Lin Quanhai
• Fan Bingbing as Zhu Qing
• Qin Hao as Xiao Hao
• Yi Zi as Lin Bo

Festival Screenings

Following its Cannes premiere, the film was screened at various international events, including the BFI London Film Festival, the Mumbai Film Festival, the Tokyo International Film Festival, the Hong Kong International Film Festival, and the Singapore International Film Festival.